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Chasing Ghosts: Unconventional Warfare in American History,Used
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The turbulent occupation of Iraq has once again embroiled the United States military in an unconventional war. Chasing Ghosts is a study of unconventional warfare in American military history and its implications for the present and future.John J. Tierney examines Americas numerous past experiences with this type of warfare from the Revolutionary War, when American irregulars fought the British and Loyalists, through the Vietnam War, which involved the U.S. military in its largestever counterinsurgency campaigns. Other cases covered in the book include guerrilla fighting during the American Civil War; wars between the United States and Native Americans; the Philippine Insurrection; the campaign against Mexicos Pancho Villa; U.S. occupations of the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Nicaragua; and other examples from World War II and the Cold War.Most of Americas past encounters with this type of warfare have been forgotten, requiring successive generations of military strategists and policy makers to stumble for answers and improvise strategies every time. While each war has its own unique circumstances, Tierneys analytical history will provide the case studies necessary to reduce this continual relearning process in the future. By illuminating this extensive and largely forgotten history, Tierney aims to better inform policy makers, the military, and the public about if, when, and how the United States should fight unconventional wars.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Chasing Ghosts: Unconventional Warfare in American History'? A: 'Chasing Ghosts' focuses on unconventional warfare in American military history, examining various conflicts from the Revolutionary War to the present.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Chasing Ghosts' is John J. Tierney Jr.
- Q: What are some key historical events covered in the book? A: The book covers significant events such as the Revolutionary War, the Vietnam War, the American Civil War, and U.S. occupations in multiple countries.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Chasing Ghosts' contains 308 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Chasing Ghosts' is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Chasing Ghosts' published? A: 'Chasing Ghosts' was published on October 1, 2006.
- Q: Is there any special edition of this book? A: Yes, 'Chasing Ghosts' is available in an illustrated edition.
- Q: What are the implications of unconventional warfare discussed in the book? A: The book analyzes the implications of unconventional warfare for current and future military strategies and policy-making.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: Policy makers, military strategists, and anyone interested in American military history would benefit from reading 'Chasing Ghosts'.